Do you feel stuck in your pain or like you keep falling into the same relational or emotional pits? When your circumstances triggers certain intense emotions, do you find yourself behaving more like a child rather than the Spirit-led adult you know you are? Or do you simply long for increased joy, peace and freedom in your life and interactions? If so, you'll gain encouragement from Jennifer Slattery's conversation with guest Dr. Marcus Warner from Deeper Walk International. 

Discussion/Reflective Questions;
What resonated with you most in this episode?
How would you define emotional maturity?
What are some ways you currently differentiate what thoughts come from you, which come from your spiritual enemy the devil, and which are from God?
Consider Dr. Warner's discussion of A-trauma (trauma caused from things we didn't receive). How might A-traumas have negatively impacted your ability to endure stressful situations?
Pause to reflect on Dr. Marcus Warner's discussion of joy versus fear bonds. Which type of bond tends to influence most of your decisions?
How do you most tend to relate to God, through a joy bond or fear bond?
What are some ways, based on what Dr. Marcus Warner shared, that you can increase your joy bond with God?
What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

Resource mentioned: Breakthrough!: 5 Essential Strategies for Freedom, Healing, and Wholeness 

Find Dr. Marcus Warner's ministry at/on:

the Deeper Walk International website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Amazon

Find Jennifer Slattery:

On her website

Instagram

Facebook

Amazon

Subscribe to her free newsletter

Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group 

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Do you feel stuck in your pain or like you keep falling into the same relational or emotional pits? When your circumstances triggers certain intense emotions, do you find yourself behaving more like a child rather than the Spirit-led adult you know you are? Or do you simply long for increased joy, peace and freedom in your life and interactions? If so, you'll gain encouragement from Jennifer Slattery's conversation with guest Dr. Marcus Warner from Deeper Walk International.&nbsp;
Discussion/Reflective Questions;
<ol>
<li>What resonated with you most in this episode?</li>
<li>How would you define emotional maturity?</li>
<li>What are some ways you currently differentiate what thoughts come from you, which come from your spiritual enemy the devil, and which are from God?</li>
<li>Consider Dr. Warner's discussion of A-trauma (trauma caused from things we didn't receive). How might A-traumas have negatively impacted your ability to endure stressful situations?</li>
<li>Pause to reflect on Dr. Marcus Warner's discussion of joy versus fear bonds. Which type of bond tends to influence most of your decisions?</li>
<li>How do you most tend to relate to God, through a joy bond or fear bond?</li>
<li>What are some ways, based on what Dr. Marcus Warner shared, that you can increase your joy bond with God?</li>
<li>What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?</li>
</ol>
Resource mentioned: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breakthrough-Essential-Strategies-Freedom-Wholeness-ebook/dp/B0CC4X4NFM/">Breakthrough!: 5 Essential Strategies for Freedom, Healing, and Wholeness&nbsp;</a>
Find Dr. Marcus Warner's ministry at/on:
<a href="https://deeperwalk.com/">the Deeper Walk International website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/deeperwalkinternational/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/DeeperWalkInternational">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/deeperwalk">YouTube</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breakthrough-Essential-Strategies-Freedom-Wholeness-ebook/dp/B0CC4X4NFM">Amazon</a>
Find Jennifer Slattery:
<a href="http://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083247680572">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00JKQ4ZTW">Amazon</a>
<a href="https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/s5w7a8">Subscribe to her free newsletter</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/442736966614671">Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group</a>&nbsp;
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Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.

This podcast covers topics like:

⭐️ How to Overcome Fear
⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety
⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons
⭐️ Courage to Wait on God

Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.
This podcast covers topics like:
⭐️ How to Overcome Fear ⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety ⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety ⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons ⭐️ Courage to Wait on God
Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily...

Faith Over Fear

When You Feel Stuck and Need a Breakthrough

Life feels okay. So why do you still feel overwhelmed?

Maybe you're constantly on edge. Maybe your body won't relax. Maybe you find yourself carrying the weight of heartbreaking headlines, other people's pain, or experiences you thought you'd already moved past.

If you've ever wondered why you feel exhausted even when nothing seems "wrong," this conversation will help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface.

In this episode, Jennifer's cohost, Carol McCracken, sits down with Rebecca Taguma of the Trauma Healing Institute to discuss why overwhelming experiences affect our minds, bodies, and faith, practical ways to calm our nervous system, and how God gently leads us toward healing—one step at a time.

In this episode, you'll discover:
Why you can feel overwhelmed even when life seems okay
What trauma really is—and why it affects us more deeply than we realize
Practical ways to calm your body when anxiety rises
How safe relationships and biblical practices can support healing
Why you don't have to carry your pain alone

Guest: Rebecca Taguma
Executive Director of Restoring Hope Ministry, Trauma Healing Institute (American Bible Society)

Bible Passages Discussed
Genesis 2:18
Psalm 42:1
Psalm 46:10
Psalm 34 (lament)
Job 33:4

Connect with Rebecca Taguma

Trauma Healing Institute

Trauma Healing Basics (Free Resources)

Trauma Healing Institute on LinkedIn

Find Carol McCracken:

On her website 

On Facebook

On Instagram

Life feels okay. So why do you still feel overwhelmed?
Maybe you're constantly on edge. Maybe your body won't relax. Maybe you find yourself carrying the weight of heartbreaking headlines, other people's pain, or experiences you thought you'd already moved past.
If you've ever wondered why you feel exhausted even when nothing seems "wrong," this conversation will help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface.
In this episode, Jennifer's cohost, Carol McCracken, sits down with Rebecca Taguma of the Trauma Healing Institute to discuss why overwhelming experiences affect our minds, bodies, and faith, practical ways to calm our nervous system, and how God gently leads us toward healing&mdash;one step at a time.
In this episode, you'll discover:
<ul data-start="1041" data-end="1339">
<li data-section-id="igkf44" data-start="1041" data-end="1097">Why you can feel overwhelmed even when life seems okay</li>
<li data-section-id="1hvjhw2" data-start="1098" data-end="1171">What trauma really is&mdash;and why it affects us more deeply than we realize</li>
<li data-section-id="1v2cyoy" data-start="1172" data-end="1225">Practical ways to calm your body when anxiety rises</li>
<li data-section-id="1wqg7lo" data-start="1226" data-end="1293">How safe relationships and biblical practices can support healing</li>
<li data-section-id="e6vbqn" data-start="1294" data-end="1339">Why you don't have to carry your pain alone</li>
</ul>
Guest: Rebecca Taguma Executive Director of Restoring Hope Ministry, Trauma Healing Institute (American Bible Society)
Bible Passages Discussed
<ul data-start="1279" data-end="1351">
<li data-section-id="hv215" data-start="1279" data-end="1293">Genesis 2:18</li>
<li data-section-id="1vs0l8m" data-start="1294" data-end="1306">Psalm 42:1</li>
<li data-section-id="ypyos2" data-start="1307" data-end="1320">Psalm 46:10</li>
<li data-section-id="18kjfiq" data-start="1321" data-end="1340">Psalm 34 (lament)</li>
<li data-section-id="1s7izxd" data-start="1341" data-end="1351">Job 33:4</li>
</ul>
Connect with Rebecca Taguma
<a href="https://traumahealinginstitute.org/about?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Trauma Healing Institute</a>
<a>Trauma Healing Basics (Free Resources)</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/trauma-healing-institute?utm_source=chatgpt.com">Trauma Healing Institute on LinkedIn</a>
Find Carol McCracken:
<a href="https://www.carolmccracken.com">On her website&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/carol.o.mccracken">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/carologlemccracken/">On Instagram</a>

Why You Feel Overwhelmed Even When Life Seems Okay

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What do you do when someone who hurt you never apologizes, never changes, or never acknowledges the pain they caused?

For many of us, that's where forgiveness becomes most difficult. We know we're supposed to forgive, but we wrestle with questions like:
Does forgiveness mean what they did was okay?
Do I have to reconcile with someone who continues to hurt me?
How do I let go when the wound still feels fresh?
Is it possible to find peace if the relationship is never restored?

In this final episode of our Relational Peace: Loving Others Without Losing Yourself series, Carol sits down with board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and fellow podcaster Dr. Michelle Bengtson to explore one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life: forgiveness.

Together, they discuss how unforgiveness often keeps us emotionally tethered to our pain and why forgiveness is about reclaiming freedom not excusing someone's behavior. If you've been carrying bitterness, disappointment, resentment, or unresolved hurt, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, practical tools, and hope that peace is possible even when circumstances never change.

Other episodes in this series:

How to Know if Your Difficult Relationship is Toxic

Healthy Boundaries for Compassionate People

How to Stop Letting Conflict Control Your Emotions

How to Know if Your Difficult Relationship is Toxic

Connect with Dr. Michelle Bengtson:

On her website

On Instagram

On Facebook

Follow her work on Amazon

Find Carol McCracken:

On her website 

On Facebook

On Instagram

 

What do you do when someone who hurt you never apologizes, never changes, or never acknowledges the pain they caused?
For many of us, that's where forgiveness becomes most difficult. We know we're supposed to forgive, but we wrestle with questions like:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Does forgiveness mean what they did was okay?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Do I have to reconcile with someone who continues to hurt me?</li>
<li aria-level="1">How do I let go when the wound still feels fresh?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Is it possible to find peace if the relationship is never restored?</li>
</ul>
In this final episode of our Relational Peace: Loving Others Without Losing Yourself series, Carol sits down with board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and fellow podcaster Dr. Michelle Bengtson to explore one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life: forgiveness.
Together, they discuss how unforgiveness often keeps us emotionally tethered to our pain and why forgiveness is about reclaiming freedom not excusing someone's behavior.&nbsp;If you've been carrying bitterness, disappointment, resentment, or unresolved hurt, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, practical tools, and hope that peace is possible even when circumstances never change.
Other episodes in this series:
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-know-if-your-difficult-relationship-is-toxic/id1500408829?i=1000774816013">How to Know if Your Difficult Relationship is Toxic</a>
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-boundaries-for-compassionate-people/id1500408829?i=1000772930198">Healthy Boundaries for Compassionate People</a>
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-stop-letting-conflict-control-your-emotions/id1500408829?i=1000773855199">How to Stop Letting Conflict Control Your Emotions</a>
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-know-if-your-difficult-relationship-is-toxic/id1500408829?i=1000774816013">How to Know if Your Difficult Relationship is Toxic</a>
Connect with Dr. Michelle Bengtson:
<a href="https://drmichellebengtson.com/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/drmichellebengtson/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleBengtson/">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dr.-Michelle-Bengtson/author/B01IYBJANO?ref=ap_rdr&amp;shoppingPortalEnabled=true&amp;ccs_id=acfe59ba-32c4-43d4-98dc-1734fd915600">Follow her work on Amazon</a>
Find Carol McCracken:
<a href="https://www.carolmccracken.com">On her website&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/carol.o.mccracken">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/carologlemccracken/">On Instagram</a>
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How to Move Forward When Trust Is Broken

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What do you do when the assignment God places before you feels far bigger than your strength? Whether you're facing a difficult conversation, an overwhelming season, a ministry opportunity, or a step of obedience that feels impossible, fear can convince you that everything depends on you. But Scripture paints a very different picture. God never calls us to rely on our own sufficiency. He invites us to know Him more deeply and trust that He will provide everything we need for every assignment He gives.

In this episode, Jennifer welcomes author and Bible teacher Grace Fox to explore four powerful names of God that strengthen us when fear threatens to hold us back. Through the stories of Abraham, Naaman, Jeremiah and others, they discuss how God equips His servants, brings healing to the areas that keep us stuck, remains present in life's chaos and faithfully sustains us every step of the journey. If you've been hesitant to move forward because the road ahead feels uncertain, this conversation will encourage you to focus less on your fear and more on the faithful God who goes with you.

Resource referenced: Names of God: Growing Strong: Devotional Study with Video Access 

Scriptures Discussed:
Genesis 15:2–6 — Abraham calls God Adonai while waiting for God's promised son.
Matthew 25:14–30 — The Parable of the Talents and trusting the Master's character.
2 Kings 5:1–19 — Naaman's healing and the obedience that precedes restoration.
Genesis 1:1–2 — The Spirit of God hovering over the waters in creation.
Lamentations 3:22–23 — God's mercies are new every morning; great is His faithfulness.
Luke 15:11–32 — The Parable of the Prodigal Son and the Father's faithful welcome.
2 Corinthians 12:9 — God's power made perfect in weakness (referenced in the closing encouragement).
Hebrews 10:24 — Encouraging one another toward love and good works (closing challenge).

Connect with Grace Fox:

On her website

On Instagram

On Facebook

Follow her work on Amazon

Find Jennifer Slattery:

On her website

Instagram

Facebook

Amazon

Subscribe to her free newsletter

What do you do when the assignment God places before you feels far bigger than your strength? Whether you're facing a difficult conversation, an overwhelming season, a ministry opportunity, or a step of obedience that feels impossible, fear can convince you that everything depends on you. But Scripture paints a very different picture. God never calls us to rely on our own sufficiency. He invites us to know Him more deeply and trust that He will provide everything we need for every assignment He gives.
In this episode, Jennifer welcomes author and Bible teacher Grace Fox to explore four powerful names of God that strengthen us when fear threatens to hold us back. Through the stories of Abraham, Naaman, Jeremiah and others, they discuss how God equips His servants, brings healing to the areas that keep us stuck, remains present in life's chaos and faithfully sustains us every step of the journey. If you've been hesitant to move forward because the road ahead feels uncertain, this conversation will encourage you to focus less on your fear and more on the faithful God who goes with you.
Resource referenced: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Names-God-Growing-Devotional-Studies/dp/B0FVTVZBV5">Names of God: Growing Strong: Devotional Study with Video Access&nbsp;</a>
Scriptures Discussed:
<ul data-start="1243" data-end="2165">
<li data-section-id="hskfvh" data-start="1243" data-end="1356">Genesis 15:2&ndash;6 &mdash; Abraham calls God Adonai while waiting for God's promised son.</li>
<li data-section-id="qq1dd1" data-start="1357" data-end="1471">Matthew 25:14&ndash;30 &mdash; The Parable of the Talents and trusting the Master's character.</li>
<li data-section-id="1k6smle" data-start="1472" data-end="1582">2 Kings 5:1&ndash;19 &mdash; Naaman's healing and the obedience that precedes restoration.</li>
<li data-section-id="1v8in90" data-start="1583" data-end="1686">Genesis 1:1&ndash;2 &mdash; The Spirit of God hovering over the waters in creation.</li>
<li data-section-id="1uzutrn" data-start="1687" data-end="1800">Lamentations 3:22&ndash;23 &mdash; God's mercies are new every morning; great is His faithfulness.</li>
<li data-section-id="1cutuiu" data-start="1801" data-end="1918">Luke 15:11&ndash;32 &mdash; The Parable of the Prodigal Son and the Father's faithful welcome.</li>
<li data-section-id="1d4le0g" data-start="1919" data-end="2045">2 Corinthians 12:9 &mdash; God's power made perfect in weakness (referenced in the closing encouragement).</li>
<li data-section-id="w0argb" data-start="2046" data-end="2165">Hebrews 10:24 &mdash; Encouraging one another toward love and good works (closing challenge).</li>
</ul>
Connect with Grace Fox:
<a href="https://www.gracefox.com/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gracefoxauthor/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/gracefox.author">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Grace-Fox/author/B001IXQGCO?ccs_id=f139f0aa-f14b-4f9f-8ca8-49ac560e6fd9">Follow her work on Amazon</a>
Find Jennifer Slattery:
<a href="http://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083247680572">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00JKQ4ZTW">Amazon</a>
<a href="https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/s5w7a8">Subscribe to her free newsletter</a>

How to Experience Strength for Overwhelming Assignments Through the Names of God

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